THE CASINO NEWS DAILY NEWSROOM
The latest developments in gambling, regulation and the people shaping the industry.
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The UAE is entering a new era in the gaming industry with the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) streamlining lottery operations in the country. Ahead of the inaugural draw of The…
Pennsylvania has outpaced all other states in collecting casino tax revenue, cementing its place as a leader in the U.S. gambling landscape. In 2023, the state’s tax revenue from casinos reached a…
The New Zealand government has unveiled a proposal to extend TAB NZ’s monopoly on sports betting and horse racing wagering to include online platforms. This move comes as part of an amendment…
North Carolina's sports betting industry witnessed its second-best month since its March launch, with a handle of $657.7 million in November. The North Carolina State Lottery Commission reported that the November handle…
As sports betting continues to gain momentum across the United States, new studies reveal troubling links between the expanding industry and financial difficulties for consumers. While states like New Hampshire celebrate the…
Resorts World Las Vegas LLC has announced significant leadership changes with the establishment of a new Board of Directors and the appointment of Alex Dixon as Chief Executive Officer. Industry veteran Jim…
In a major update for Brazil's gambling landscape, the vote on a crucial bill that would legalize land-based casinos, bingo halls, and the controversial street lottery game jogo do bicho has been…
Codere Online recorded strong financial results for Q3 2024, with total net gaming revenue reaching €51.7 million, a 20% increase compared to the same period last year. This growth was driven by…
France’s gambling regulator, l’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has imposed a geo-block on Polymarket.com, a crypto-based prediction market platform, over allegations of illegal gambling. The platform, operated by Web3 developer Adventure One…
Tech giants Google and Apple are under legal scrutiny in New Jersey, facing allegations of violating the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. The lawsuit, filed on November 27, implicates their…
Vietnam has enacted Decree 147/2024/ND-CP to introduce stricter regulations for online gaming, targeting casino-style and card-based games to mitigate potential social harm. The measure reflects a broader effort by the Ministry of…
The Argentine Chamber of Deputies has approved a bill aimed at curbing online gambling advertising and addressing gambling addiction, particularly among youth. The measure, which passed during a special session on November…
The Gaming Control Board (GCB) of Curaçao has issued a strong rebuttal against allegations of corruption, fraud, and money laundering in its gambling licensing reform. The claims, brought forward by local politician…
Stakelogic, a prominent provider of casino and live gaming content, has entered into a pivotal partnership with Italian operator Netwin, marking another milestone in its expansion across the Italian market. The agreement…
The LCB Awards 2024 are officially live, marking the third consecutive year of honoring the best the online gambling world has to offer. Hosted by lcb.org, this year's awards spotlight eight key…
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) reinforced its role as a rigorous gambling regulator, taking 88 disciplinary actions in the 2023-24 financial year. The VGCCC’s Annual Report, tabled in Parliament,…
Paraguay is taking a significant step toward transforming its gambling industry. In early November 2024, the government presented a bill that aims to amend the country’s gambling legislation (Law No 1,016/1997) and liberalise…
The UK government has announced comprehensive measures to address gambling-related harm, introducing a statutory levy on gambling operators and online slot stake limits. These initiatives aim to bolster protections for vulnerable individuals…
Members of Northern Ireland's Stormont Assembly are calling on the UK Government to implement stricter regulations on gambling advertising within the region. The All Party Group on Reducing Harm Relating to Gambling…
Indonesia is ramping up efforts to eradicate online gambling, with Bank Indonesia (BI) freezing 7,500 bank accounts linked to illegal gambling activities. Deputy Governor Juda Agung announced the measures during a press…
Wynn Resorts has provided a detailed update on the construction progress of its Wynn Al Marjan Island project in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. The development, which is poised to become the Middle…
Brazil’s Ministry of Justice and Public Security has implemented sweeping measures to regulate gambling advertisements through Order No. 2,344/2024. This initiative, spearheaded by the National Consumer Secretariat (SENACON), aims to eliminate promotional…
The Italian government has confirmed its decision to move forward with its revamped gambling legislation, despite objections from Malta. This development marks a significant milestone in Italy’s effort to consolidate and reform…
For the first time in India, players can participate in a state-authorized, entirely online lottery system. Goa’s Directorate of Small Savings and Lotteries, in partnership with Rhiti Group, has launched an app-based…
In the first half of 2024, Spain’s Ministry of Social Rights and Consumer Affairs issued fines totaling €65.3 million to 15 online gambling operators for serious and very serious infractions under the…
The UK’s gambling marketing regulations are among the most permissive in Europe, according to a report by the University of Bristol and Ipsos, commissioned by GambleAware. The study revealed that Great Britain,…
Barcelona-based game studio Peter & Sons continues to expand its footprint in Italy through a new partnership with Octavian Lab, a prominent Rome-based software provider. This collaboration marks a major milestone for…
Thailand is edging closer to a major shift in its gambling landscape as the government advances a bill to legalize casinos within large-scale entertainment complexes. Prommin Lertsuridej, Secretary-General to Prime Minister Paetongtarn…
The Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), Germany’s Joint Gambling Authority, has launched an updated interactive whitelist to improve consumer transparency. This list, previously offered as a static PDF, now features advanced search…
On November 13, Brazil’s Supreme Court (STF), led by Justice Luiz Fux, issued a provisional ruling to ban the use of social welfare funds for fixed-odds betting and enforce stricter rules on…
